Wall Street sentiment indicates a “moderate buy” consensus on AEP stock, with more than 60% of covering analysts maintaining bullish ratings. Price targets cluster between $84 and $91 for the medium term. The general public, who are usually individual investors, hold a 16% stake in American Electric Power Company. While this size of ownership may not be enough to sway a policy decision in their favour, they can still make a collective impact on company policies. On the date of publication, Sohini Mondal did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here . Volatility in energy markets could mildly impact AEP’s operating costs, but its regulated nature provides a strong buffer, keeping earnings projections stable.